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' �' � MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL � � MEETTNG HELD ON DECEMBER 8, 1997 � (#5 -#2264 Janet Kieman- Continued) Gaffron reported that the applicant ti�-as granted variances in Au�ust, 1997, for remodeling of her residence with the findings that 40% of the existing house would , remain,resulting in 20% of final product being the existing house. Since that time,it . � : � . has been determined that only�a few�pieces of original foundation remain and none of the � superstructure. Work was stopped by Staff for Council direction regarding whether reconsideration should occur of application since lakeshore and side setback variances • - are typically not allowed for new construction. Gaffron said there is the opportunity at " this time to have the property become more conforming as it appears to be a total � . reconstruction.` , � Gaffron reviewed the plan noting the location of the three remaining pieces of : foundation. Photographs were distributed showing the current properry condition. He. noted that the problem created is that too little remains of the foundation to consider the . project a remodel. Gaffron asked Council for direction whether the applicant should be �� allowed to continue under the buildin�permit and variances granted, or whether the ' house should be moved to meet side and lakeshore setbacks, or reviewed again by Planning Commission. GafFron said the Council's first step should be to formally conclude whether the project is new construction or a remodel. Jabbour asked if Staff feels the project has gone beyond the 40%threshold as noted in • the conditions of the resolution. Gaffron said he believes it has gone beyond that , threshold. . ' . � Christy said he understood that all are familiar with the history of the properry. He � noted the applicant has tried to stay��•ithin the parameters of the resolution and building permit dated 11/20/97. He said the building inspector was contacted throughout all : , steps. There was no attempt to do an�rthing that was not intended. Christy said the . building inspector requested the additional building demolition without considering �.vhether this was right or wTOng under the conditions of the resolution. He said the last direction given by the inspector was removal of the frost footings which were deemed - inadequate. Christy said conditions�vere found that were not originally anticipated,but ,the plans are the same as faz as location and structure and all facts presented. He said the only.variation is to site conditions�and,directions of the building inspector resulting in � � less of original building remaining. Based on that, Christy would like to see the project . continue. ' � - . ' . � 3 _